Renowned American singer Mariah Carey has announced the passing of her mother, Patricia, and sister, Alison, on the same day.

In a statement released on Monday, Mariah Carey shared the news, but did not provide further details on the causes of their death or the specific date.

Mariah expressed her deep sorrow, stating that her heart is broken over the loss of her mother and the tragic coincidence of her sister’s passing on the same day.

She expressed gratefulness to have spent quality time with her mother before her passing.

“My heart is broken that I have lost my mother this past weekend. Sadly, in a tragic turn of events, my sister lost her life on the same day. I was blessed that I was able to spend the last week with my mom before she passed,” she said.